Announcements for February 25, 2018

From our lesson today - Partaking of the sacrament allows us to have the Spirit with us always.

We would like to encourage you to read through the words of the sacrament prayers found in Doctrine and Covenants 20: 77 and 79.  Ponder about how the blessing of partaking of the sacrament weekly blesses your life. 

Announcements - 

The last day to turn items in for this is Tuesday!!
During the month of February, the Stake Humanitarian center is in need of 4-5 oz. bars of soap (Ivory or Dove please), and baby socks, for newborn kits they are trying to get ready to ship.  Questions, contact Sherry Newbrand (435-374-1032) or Shawna Eggli.

The Logan Temple will be open again on Tuesday, February 26th.

New Beginnings is Tuesday a 6:30 at the church for all Young Women and their parents.

******Relief Society Birthday Celebration******
Will be held This Thursday, March 1st starting at 6:45.  (That’s not a type-o!!)   We will be starting at 6:45 with dinner.  (Chili, cornbread and rolls –Topped off with Dutch oven cobbler made by Blake Pulsipher) We are combining with the 4th ward Relief Society, and will have a special program by Clive Romney which will start at 7:15.  We hope you will able  to attend.  A nursery will be provided.  If you need a ride please contact one of he RS presidency, we will be glad to come pick you up! **We know there are other conflicts that night at the school, but we hope you will plan to attend afterwards. (See flyer on Jan. 28th blog post)

We have made a few changes to the Visiting Teaching Routes.  Please check the list below to verify your assignments.  Thanks for your efforts with Visiting Teaching!

Released- 

Heather Knowles as 1st Counselor in the Stake Primary Presidency

Called -

Lori Derr as 1st Counselor in the Stake Primary Presidency
Crystal Bird - Bear Leader in the Cub Scouts

March Relief Society Lessons -
March 4th - Council Discussion - Topic is Forgiveness
      ***We will be meeting in the Cultural Hall again right after Sunday School.
March 11th - Love One Another as He Has Loved Us (Elder Jose L Alonso)
March 18th - Do We Trust Him? Hard Is Good (Elder Stanley G Ellis)
March 25th - The Sabbath is a Day to Serve Others
March 31/April 1 - GENERAL CONFERENCE

Birthdays - 
February 27th - Kris Mair
February 28th - Mikayla Widmer
March 4th - Tonya Jewell

Dress for Women's conference Feb. 24, 2018

Dress is casual for the Women's conference at the stake center this morning just fyi !!!  Hope to see you all there.  9-noon.  Breakfast served at 9!

From our lesson today - A Yearning For Home - Dieter F. Uchtdorf

The sublime message of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is that God is our Father, that He cares about us, and that there is a way to return to Him.

God calls to you.

God knows your every thought, your sorrows, and your greatest hopes. God knows the many times you have sought Him. The many times you have felt limitless joy. The many times you have wept in loneliness. The many times you have felt helpless, confused, or angry.

Yet, no matter your history—if you have faltered, failed, feel broken, bitter, betrayed, or beaten—know that you are not alone. God still calls to you.

The Savior extends His hand to you. And, as He did to those fishermen who stood long ago on the banks of the Sea of Galilee, with infinite love He speaks to you: “Come, follow me.”

If you will hear Him, He will speak to you this very day.

When you walk the path of discipleship—when you move toward Heavenly Father—there is something within you that will confirm that you have heard the call of the Savior and set your heart toward the light. It will tell you that you are on the right path and that you are returning home.

Announcements - 

During the month of February, the Stake Humanitarian center is in need of 4-5 oz. bars of soap (Ivory or Dove please), and baby socks, for newborn kits they are trying to get ready to ship.  Questions, contact Sherry Newbrand (435-374-1032) or Shawna Eggli.

Reminder - The Logan Temple will be closed for cleaning from February 12th - February 26th.

Our Stake Relief Society will be hosting a Women’s Conference on February 24, 2018 at the Stake Center.  It will be from 9 a.m. until noon.  Speakers will be Diane Graham, Cecilia Benson and President Acevedo.  This is for all sisters 16 years old and up.  Breakfast will be served! 

Relief Society Birthday Celebration - March 1st starting at 6:45.  (That’s not a type-o!!)  Please put this on your calendar.  We will be starting at 6:45 with dinner.  (Chili, cornbread and rolls –Topped off with Dutch oven cobbler made by Blake Pulsipher) We are combining with the 4th ward Relief Society, and will have a special program by Clive Romney which will start at 7:15.  We hope you will able  to attend. **We know there are other conflicts that night at the school, but we hope you will plan to attend afterwards. (See flyer on Jan. 28th blog post)

Congratulations to the Following!!  

Samantha Hulme for graduating from MIA Maids into Laurels
McKinley Clawson for graduating from Beehives into MIA Maids
Ruby Hennessy for earning her Faith In God Award


February Relief Society Lessons -

25th - Partaking of the sacrament allows us to have the Spirit with us always.


Birthdays - 

February 23rd - Deanna Hulme

Announcements for February 11, 2018

From our lesson today - By Divine Design - Elder Ronald A. Rasband

Elder Neal A. Maxwell once explained: “None of us ever fully utilizes the people-opportunities allocated to us within our circles of friendship. You and I may call these intersectings ‘coincidence.’ This word is understandable for mortals to use, but coincidence is not an appropriate word to describe the workings of an omniscient God. He does not do things by ‘coincidence’ but … by ‘divine design.’”

What should you be looking for in your own life? What are God’s miracles that remind you that He is close, saying, “I am right here”? Think of those times, some daily, when the Lord has acted in your life—and then acted again. Treasure them as moments the Lord has shown confidence in you and in your choices. But allow Him to make more of you than you can make of yourself on your own. Treasure His involvement. Sometimes we consider changes in our plans as missteps on our journey. Think of them more as first steps to being “on the Lord’s errand.”

Heavenly Father can put us in situations with specific intent in mind. He has done so in my life, and He is doing so in yours...

Each of us is precious and loved by the Lord, who cares, who whispers, and who watches over us in ways unique to each of us. He is infinitely wiser and more powerful than mortal men and women. He knows our challenges, our triumphs, and the righteous desires of our hearts.

Announcements - 

Reminder - The Logan Temple will be closed for cleaning from February 12th - February 26th.  The stake is looking for volunteers to help with cleaning the temple.  If you are interested, please call Alan Gentry TONIGHT at 881-7162 to get on the list.  They need 2 people for February 20th, 4 people for February 21st, and 4 people for February 22nd.

Be sure to check out the Friendshipper.  I forgot to attach it to last week’s blog, so I did a special blog just for it!  (Thanks, Sally Johnson for putting this together each month!) 

There will be a viewing and funeral for Karen Stokes (past resident of Paradise) it will be held at the Nyman funeral home on Monday at noon.  There are viewings tonight from 6-8 and tomorrow at the funeral home from 10:30-11:30.  Thanks to all the sisters who are providing food for the family after the burial. 

During the month of February, the Stake Humanitarian center is in need of 4-5 oz. bars of soap (Ivory or Dove please), and baby socks, for newborn kits they are trying to get ready to ship.  Questions, contact Sherry Newbrand (435-374-1032) or Shawna Eggli.


February 14th - The Stake is hosting a Valentine’s Day Celebration  from 7-10. This will be held at the Stake Center.  (See the flyer on Jan. 28th blog post)

A blood drive will be held on Thursday, February 15th from 3-8 p.m. at the Paradise North Building.  

Our Stake Relief Society will be hosting a Women’s Conference on February 24, 2018 at the Stake Center.  It will be from 9 a.m. until noon.  Speakers will be Diane Graham, Cecilia Benson and President Acevedo.  This is for all sisters 16 years old and up.  Breakfast will be served! 

Relief Society Birthday Celebration - March 1st starting at 6:45.  (That’s not a type-o!!)  Please put this on your calendar.  We will be starting at 6:45 with dinner.  (Chili, cornbread and rolls –Topped off with dutch oven cobbler made by Blake Pulsipher) We are combining with the 4th ward Relief Society, and will have a special program by Clive Romney which will start at 7:15.  We hope you will able able to attend. **We know there are other conflicts that night at the school, but we hope you will plan to attend afterwards. (See flyer on Jan. 28th blog post)

Congratulations to Susan Rae Stock for graduating from Beehives and moving into the MIA Maids !!  

February Relief Society Lessons -

18th - A Yearning For Home - Dieter F. Uchtdorf
25th - Partaking of the sacrament allows us to have the Spirit with us always.


Birthdays - 

February
11th - Trudy Mair, Heather Murphy and Teresa Olsen
13th - Cheyenne Loertscher
14th Angela Cushman
15th - Camille Fisher and Kris Howell 

February Friendshipper

Announcements for February 4, 2018

From our lesson today - 

We had our 1st Sunday Council today with the topic of  - “What can we do to help loved ones who have left the church, have a desire to return?”  

One of the greatest heartaches a valiant parent in Zion can suffer is a child who strays from the gospel path. Questions of “Why?” or “What did I do wrong?” and “How can this child now be helped?” are pondered without ceasing in the minds and hearts of such parents. These men and women pray earnestly, search the scriptures diligently, and listen intently to the counsel of priesthood and auxiliary leaders as they turn to the gospel of Jesus Christ for guidance, strength, and solace.
(Faithful Parents and Wayward Children - Sustaining hope while overcoming misunderstanding - Elder Bednar - Ensign March 2014)

If we knew that our family members would eventually return, would that change how we act in our stories today? I believe we might live with a much greater degree of peace, love, and acceptance. As we work to make our story turn out well, it helps to remember that we can choose to approach loved ones from a place of peace and love rather than anger and fear. As Paul wrote, “God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7). As Elder Carmack urges: “Never give up. If you cannot seem to reach your daughter or son now, you can at least keep trying and keep loving them. … Do not give in to paralyzing feelings of guilt and hopelessness. Seek spiritual help and peace. Be strong and courageous. You will see it through.”– (When a Child Leaves the Church - Ensign Feb 2016)

We made goals related to this topic to work on during this next month - 
-Look for someone to encourage and show love to.  Tell them they are great, and express your appreciation for the good things they do.  
-Pray for guidance to know who you can reach out to to make a positive difference in their lives, then follow through on the prompting. 

Announcements - 

During the month of February, the Stake Humanitarian center is in need of 4-5 oz. bars of soap (Ivory or Dove please), and baby socks, for newborn kits they are trying to get ready to ship.  Questions, contact Sherry Newbrand (435-374-1032) or Shawna Eggli.

Ward Ski Party will be held Tuesday, February 6th at Beaver Mountain starting at 5:00 p.m.  You can bring a dessert to share if you would like to! 

The Blue and Gold banquet will be held Wednesday, Feb. 7th  at 6:30 at the church.  All Families of Cub Scouts are invited to attend. 
**If you no longer have a boy in Cub scouts, but you still have the blue T-shirt, please return it to Kris Howell or Dolores Maughan, or you can give them $5.00 to cover the cost of the shirt and keep it. 

The Logan Temple will be closed for cleaning from February 12th - February 26th.

February 14th - The Stake is hosting a Valentine’s Day Celebration  from 7-10. This will be held at the Stake Center.  (See the flyer on last week’s blog post)

A blood drive will be held on Thursday, February 15th from 3-8 p.m. at the Paradise North Building.  

Our Stake Relief Society will be hosting a Women’s Conference on February 24, 2018 at the Stake Center.  It will be from 9 a.m. until noon.  Speakers will be Diane Graham, Cecilia Benson and President Acevedo.  This is for all sisters 16 years old and up.  Breakfast will be served! 

Relief Society Birthday Celebration - March 1st starting at 6:45.  (That’s not a type-o!!)  Please put this on your calendar.  We will be starting at 6:45 with dinner.  (Chili, cornbread and rolls –Topped off with dutch oven cobbler made by Blake Pulsipher) We are combining with the 4th ward Relief Society, and will have a special program by Clive Romney which will start at 7:15.  We hope you will able able to attend. **We know there are other conflicts that night at the school, but we hope you will plan to attend afterwards. (See flyer on last week’s blog post)

The temple has new “Stake Family File Cabinets” that have been installed in the same room across from the clothing rental desk.  Please read through the information below if you would like to use them. (See last week’s blog post)

Released - 
Scott Knowles as a Primary Teacher

Called - 
Bryan Bird as a Primary Teacher

Congratulations to the Following!!  
- Anna Pickup for being baptized!
- Madi Foster for earning her Young Women’s Medallion/Recognition
-Sadie Fredrickson for earning her Honor Bee award in Young Womens
-Alaina Bird for graduating from Primary and entering the Young Women’s program
-Meghan Foster who received a mission call to the Tonga, Nukuʻalofa mission !!  

February Relief Society Lessons -
11th - By Divine Design - Ronald A. Rasband 
18th - A Yearning For Home - Dieter F. Uchtdorf
25th - Partaking of the sacrament allows us to have the Spirit with us always.


Birthdays - 

February
5th - Amy Miller
8th - Marsha Willie
9th - Laurel Foerster
10th - Rachel Willis
11th - Trudy Mair, Heather Murphy and Teresa Olsen